"Mick" wrote in message
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Hi, Any advice on cuttings to be taken around the garden at this time if
year would be welcome , also advice on
propogation methods as well , and automated waterering on a small scale (
very forgetful )
Are there any web sites with info of this available worth looking up .

Thanks Mike.

Bob has mentioned Pelargonium cuttings - it really isn't worth overwintering
your big old plants so do get on with taking the cuttings - rooting will get
progressively worse as you get nearer to autumn. Quite a few shrub cuttings
(sem-ripe wood) you can take now and in the next few weeks, then in November
you can take hardwood cuttings of many shrubs. Just try a few of whatever
you've got. It's fine to read about propagation (indeed you must) but you
won't *know* it 'til you've done it so have a go.

Rod